ASSEMBLY Audible

This conversation with Foster Ferguson, Vice President of Industrial Business, explores how Stratasys, a leader in aerospace manufacturing R&D and additive manufacturing, is innovating 3D printing to advance part production, materials, and processes. Advanced additive manufacturing enables parts to be printed in a single, optimized design, thereby reducing supply chain complexity and improving performance. From certifications to safety to cross-industry benefits, this episode highlights how innovations in aerospace ripple across the automotive, industrial tooling, and other manufacturing sectors.Sponsored By:

Join us for a conversation with Vanessa Akhtar, Kotter's Head of Consulting and Managing Director, and co-author of Change: How Organizations Create Hard-to-Imagine Results Despite Uncertain and Volatile Times. We examine how reshoring affects organizations beyond logistics, how to measure the success of reshoring or other operational transformations, how to engage employees during times of uncertainty, and how to prepare teams for transitions that may otherwise spark fear or resistance. This conversation reveals proven change management tactics that can turn uncertainties into opportunities.Sponsored By:

Join us for a conversation with Joanna Cooper, General Manager at the Mount Holly Daimler Truck plant, to explore what it really takes to connect with people and get desired results in today’s manufacturing landscape. Joanna offers insights into innovative management strategies to address workforce challenges, some of which can involve a “game of telephone” unless new tools and approaches are utilized to facilitate effective communication. Learn more about the Competitive Edge it takes to succeed as a plant manager during the ASSEMBLY Show keynote presentation.

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Join us for a conversation with Tennessine Titans FIRST Robotics member, Lacey Coates. Lacey offers valuable insights into how manufacturers can attract and inspire young talent, emphasizing the need for a cultural shift that prioritizes innovation, technical skills, and long-term investment in STEM education. As part of FIRST Robotics, Lacey and her teammates take a holistic approach to design and engineering, ensuring every member understands all aspects of their robot to develop a versatile skill set that translates beyond competition.Sponsored By:

From addressing workforce and skills gaps to enhancing quality control, assembly line maintenance, and front-office operations, learn how automation is helping manufacturers and how to formulate a successful strategy. Colin Dowd, Industry Strategy Senior Manager for the Manufacturing and Distribution practice at Armanino, shares practical insights on building effective automation strategies that are a perfect marriage of data-driven and human-centric elements. Discover common pitfalls to avoid, hallmarks of a strong plan, and how automation is helping manufacturers overcome shared challenges in large-scale transformations.Sponsored By:

Welcome to this joint ASSEMBLY Audible and Quality Magazine Q-Cast podcast episode! Get a preview of the upcoming presentation by David Dechow, Benefitting from Machine Learning in Machine Vision Applications, through this collaborative podcast, where we discuss how machine vision applications are implemented in assembly applications. David will be joining us at the ASSEMBLY Show in October. Learn more about the conference program.Sponsored By:

Participation in FIRST Robotics serves as a gateway into STEM and manufacturing careers as students learn facets of mechanical, programming, electrical, and the business side of robotics. Dhruv Patel from Flagship First Robotics joins us from the ASSEMBLY Show South in Nashville to share his enthusiasm for the latest technological advancements in manufacturing, like rapid liquid printing. He also shares ideas for how manufacturers can inspire the next generation through sponsorships, camps, and partnerships with local colleges. For many students who join us at the ASSEMBLY Show, observing the impressive precision of robotic arms on display is like viewing a work of art. Learn more about how FIRST Robotics is involved with The ASSEMBLY Show.Sponsored By:

Without clear standards in place, efforts toward kaizen or continuous improvement often fall flat. During this episode with consultant, author, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, and student of Japanese philosophy and culture, Steve Beauchamp, we discuss how failing to establish standards makes it difficult to identify problems, recognize what’s necessary, and communicate change. Learn some of the common obstacles that sabotage continuous improvement as we explore two publications: 5S Mastery and Kaizen Mastery.Sponsored By:

Puerto Rico is a smart source for recruiting manufacturing talent, and our guest on the podcast, Clay Martin, founder of Isla Talent, a staffing and recruiting agency specializing in this area, has been successfully matching companies with qualified Puerto Rican workers for over two decades. Find out the benefits and what's involved in the process of recruiting from this overlooked territory.Sponsored By:

What is meaningful work, and how does an organization improve when employees are instilled with a sense of meaningful work? We're joined by Kathy Miller, author, operations leader, and Women in Manufacturing Hall of Famer, to discuss her upcoming publication based on her MORE model. Kathy discusses her approach to processes, sound leadership principles, and the science of human flourishing within the manufacturing sector. In addition to her upcoming guide, Kathy is the co-author of Steel Toes and Stilettos: A True Story of Women in Manufacturing Leadership and Lean Transformation Success.Sponsored By: